Assistant Director of Education
Contract: Permanent 
Salary: Leadership Scale L21-L27 £81,441 - £94,332 per annum (negotiable) 
Closing date for applications:
21 April 2025, 9.00am An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and experienced senior leader to join Synergy Education Trust as an Assistant Director. This senior post sits within the Central Leadership Team, reporting to the Director of Education and working strategically with executive leaders and heads to drive the Trust’s vision, strategy, and objectives.
The core purpose of this role is to provide the drive and strategic leadership needed to ensure the highest quality education for all children across our schools. We are looking for an inspiring and experienced school leader with a strong background in school improvement, a proven track record of success, and experience with Ofsted inspections. A deep understanding of inclusion and SEND is highly desirable, alongside a passion for ensuring that vulnerable pupils receive the best opportunities to succeed.
The ideal candidate will be someone who can motivate and inspire others, foster a culture of continuous learning, and build strong, productive relationships across the Trust. A thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and best practices for supporting young people is essential.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and innovative team within a growing Trust.
- An exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills across multiple schools.
- A committed and experienced Board of Trustees and Trust Members.
- A supportive and forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence.
- The opportunity to shape education across multiple schools.
- A dynamic and collaborative Central Leadership Team.
What We’re Looking For:
- A strong vision for inclusion and equity, with expertise in SEND.
- High aspirations and expectations for every pupil.
- A commitment to making a positive impact across multiple schools.
- The ability to engage, inspire, and support staff at all levels.
- Resilience, confidence, and strong leadership skills.
- A deep commitment to the ethos, vision, and values of Synergy Education Trust.
We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. We encourage prospective applicants to visit the central office and speak with the Executive Leadership team. To book an appointment please email recruitment@seteducation.org.uk. We also invite you to visit our website www.seteducation.org.uk for more information.
If you are a dedicated leader ready to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you!
To download the Application Form please click here. Completed applications are returnable to recuitment@seteducation.org.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults.
This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and amendments to the exemptions order, which mean that certain offences are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed, guidance on the "filtering" of offences can be found at New filtering rules for DBS certificates (from 28 November 2020 onwards) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Further information is available in Candidate Pack.
Interview Date: 28 April 2025
Other Information
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Hours: 32.5 per week
Salary: Leadership Scale L21-L27 £81,441 - £94,332 per annum (negotiable)
Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025 at 9am
Proposed Interview Dates: 28th or 29th April 2025